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False River

False River is a lake in Louisiana, near Pointe Coupee County.

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Fish species in False River

Official stocking history

Stocking records show that the following fish or strains were stocked here. A historical stocking does not by itself prove that a self-sustaining population remains today.

False River is an enclosed oxbow lined with homes, camps and fishing cover near New Roads. Bass, crappie and catfish are familiar targets. The shallow northern flat and the deeper central lake give anglers different water to work without leaving this old river bend.

Lake facts

  • Lake size: More than 3,200 acres; about 10.5 miles long
  • Fish to target: Largemouth bass, crappie and catfish

Where to fish

The northern flat has brush piles in roughly 4 to 8 feet. Try a jig or soft plastic around that cover, especially as spring bass move shallow. Crappie use the brush too. Bayou Chenal leads from the south end, giving anglers a more protected, cypress-lined alternative to the broad lake.

Getting on the water

Morrison Park at 210 Morrison Parkway provides public launch access. The Sand Bar and other private facilities offer additional launching arrangements; check current fees. Bergeron's on Bayou Chenal is another starting point for that connected waterway. Choose the access that fits your intended section.

A few things to know

Water-skiing, pontoon cruising and paddling are part of lake life here, so an early fishing start can help during busy weather. Public access points matter along a heavily developed shore. Fish beside private docks from permitted water without treating the docks themselves as a public walkway.

Check the evidence

Sources and what they establish

Source dates describe the evidence, not a live catch forecast. Check the managing authority before planning access or keeping fish.

  • Alligator Gar — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Bigmouth Buffalo — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Black Crappie — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Blue Catfish — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Bluegill — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Bowfin — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Channel Catfish — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Common Carp — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Dollar Sunfish — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Flathead Catfish — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Florida Largemouth Bass — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Gizzard Shad — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Grass Carp — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Green Sunfish — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Wiper — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Largemouth Bass — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Largemouth Bass — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Largemouth Bass — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Largemouth Bass — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Longear Sunfish — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Longnose Gar — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Orangespotted Sunfish — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Paddlefish — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Redear Sunfish — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Smallmouth Buffalo — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Spotted Bass — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Spotted Gar — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Spotted Sunfish — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Striped Bass — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Striped Mullet — supporting source

    Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

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